Hyundai Genesis Coupe

Base Price: $22,750

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The result is a sports coupe that can fend off cars costing thousands more. In fact, when we tested a Genesis Coupe against an Infiniti G37, the Hyundai nearly matched the Infiniti in every performance measure, and did so for $15,000 less. The chassis feels taut and controlled, with steering responses that encourage the driver to press harder into each corner, driving the tires right up to the edge of their capability. This is a car designed for canyon carving--especially when equipped with the Track package, which includes 19-inch wheels with summer tires, Brembo brakes, sport-tuned suspension and a limited-slip differential. Hyundai's big V8 is not available--but the 306-hp V6 and the six-speed automatic is good for sub-six-second sprints to 60 mph. A 210-hp turbo four-cylinder is a less expensive and rather compelling alternative.

The Genesis Coupe is more than just a sleek, fun-to-drive sports coupe. It's proof that Hyundai has developed world-class design, engineering and car-building expertise.